2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as U.S.-Iran peace talks remain stalled
Summary
Two ships were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, one by an Iranian gunboat and another by unknown attackers. These incidents happened while peace talks between the U.S. and Iran remain paused and a ceasefire extension was announced by President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- One container ship was fired on by an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps gunboat northeast of Oman.
- The container ship suffered heavy damage to the bridge, but all crew members were safe.
- A second cargo ship was fired on near Iran and stopped in the water; its crew was safe.
- The attacked ships are believed to be the MSC Francesca (Panama-flagged) and the Epaminondas (Greek-operated).
- Reports of a third ship being hit exist but remain unconfirmed.
- President Donald Trump extended a ceasefire deadline to allow more time for peace talks with Iran.
- Iran denies requesting a ceasefire extension and calls the U.S. blockade a form of attack.
- The attacks followed recent U.S. military actions against Iranian vessels in the region.
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